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i would say that the most important thing is to make sure that the school you are looking at has the exact major and degree you are thinking about, and or are going in to. This is imporant becuase you do not want to end up attending a school that will end up hurting you becuase of transfer issues or what not. No, matter where you go you will always meet new people that will help you to grow in what you are currently interested in.

In my opinion the most important part about choosing a college thats right for you and your family is to visit and stay over the night if possible. This is a great way to find out what you do and don't like about the college. My advice to students looking to make the most of their college experience would be TO GET INVOLVED. Think about what you're already or may be interested in and see if there are clubs or groups that involve those interests. If there aren't then don't hesitate to start your own club. It's much easier than you woud imagine. Also just be open to new things and people. College is a great experience to branch out and find out what your interests are. For parents, I think it's important for them to understand that college is a time for their children to grow and learn about themselves. It can be a hard transition for students and even harder for parents at times but as long as you let them know you love them and will always be there for them every thing will work out for the best.

Be sure to look all over the place. Never be afraid to look outside the state you live in. Also if you love football or were around it all your life, go to a school with football you WILL miss it.

My advice to parents and students on picking a college would be to pick a college that they feel at home at. Pick a college that will bring out the best in you. My advice on making the most of your college experience is to split your time between social life and school work. Don't be afraid to ask questions in class. Be involved in school clubs. The most important thing is to not procrastinate.

Finding the right college for your son or daughter is extremely important. Visiting campuses is very helpful in making the right decision. If your son or daughter feels comfortable at a college it makes all the different in the world in how they are able to perform at that school. Therefore, going on plenty of college visits will help your son or daughter see the differences between schools, first hand, and can help them make their decision. Just because a school sounds good on paper, doesn't necessarily mean that it will be right for them in the end. Really explore your options; college is too expensive to have regrets! The college experience is something that is very important and it goes far beyond classes. It can include: living on your own for the first time, balancing school, jobs, and/or sports, making new friends, and exploring new cultural venues that may be offered through the school or city. Dicovering what the world has to offer is very exciting and is often emphasized in colleges across the country.

I realized after my final decision that I had made the wrong one. I felt and knew where I needed to be attending school in my heart, but I had so many inhibitions and my parents and I were both wary of the outcome that we decided not to go with my seemingly 'outlandish' choice. I wanted to leave home and head to school in Chicago (almost three hours away from home). Yet, looking back, I believe I would have done things differently if I had received support and encouragement in my choice. The best advice that I can give any confused students or parents is that you only get one shot at college. Sometimes, people get lucky and 'end up' at their dream colleges. Other times, they need to seek them out. Whatever the way is, follow your hearts and go with your gut-because that will lead you to an amazing place filled with opportunities. Take the risk-it will be worth it in the long run, if that is where your heart is truly taking you!

Find a college that has what you are looking for. If you like the city and large groups of people, find a college that has a more city setting and more students. If you prefer a more country setting with less students per class, then find a college that offers that.

Shop around and do well in high school!. The grades you get really dictate your choices on where to go. The better you do, the more choices you'll have and the more scholarship money you can get. Don't be afraid to check out schools that you are unsure of. They could end up being your first choice.

be sure to touring the campus, private tour if possible. And also check out the town or City the college is in.

The best advice I could give parents and students about chosing the right college is that they need to come together and discuss the options. The parents can not decided for the students nor do I think the student should decide by themselves. Parents and their students need to look at all their options and what they both want in a college. For example the parents may want something affordable and close to home and the student wants to go somewhere that excells in their major and has a great student life activites, with this you can add them together and look at what schools offer this. This way everyone is happy in some way and it will lessen the tension when it comes down to decision time.

When looking for a college a student should not go where his or her friends are going, but where their dreams are going. Everyone makes new friends in college and you can always see your old friends as time goes on. College is an experience that is short lived and long remembered. Students should pick a college that fits your personality and a college that will accept you for who YOU are. Going to college is about developing your mind, so use your mind to decide on your school. I see many people go to school to be with friends, girlfriends or boyfriends, and settle for a school that does not suite them, and they do not live up to their full academic potential. I now attend a school that none of my friends from high school went to, and I value my education, and still hold close connections with my friends. I encourage parents to help educate their children on their choices of schools applicable to them. Help your child choose a school that they like, that also challenges them intellectually and will provide a desirable sustainable future for them. Do not forget that the choice is ultimately theirs.

I would advise students and parents to take a tour of every college and to find out what specialty areas the school does well in. Even though the student may feel s/he knows what career s/he wants to enter into, that will probably change. So make sure that the school the student chooses to attend has a variety of different programs in case there is a change of mind. Also, make sure internet access is readily available because it is important for almost every aspect of both schoolwork and of a good social life.

the advice i would give a new student would be to go to the campus. Stay there for a weekend, check out the classes ask questions that are important to you. A school can't be solely judge on the education you recive from there. if you like the people get to know them better, add them on facebook or some other soical networking website...ask them questions about there day so you can get a week rounded grasps of the college that you are intrested in. thank you.

Visit the school as many times as you can before you make a decision on a school.

To take your time in making a decision. Visit a bunch of different schools that are different sizes to determine what school is the best for you. After you visit a school right down what you liked and disliked right away so you don't forget and mix schools up with eachother. After visiting a bunch of schools determine a few that you like a lot and stay overnight there so you get a feel for the campus. Make sure to sit in on a few classes so you get to see what the professors are like and what the other students are like as well. Ask students what their experience's with the school has been, and what they like and dislike about their college. The most important thing is to start early and take your time because when you find the school that is right for you, you will know it.

Check out Clubs and organizations. Also check on what kind of school environment is right.

I would tell them to consider all their options and weigh out what is most important to them. Once you chose a college, accept the fact that that's what you chose and trust that your made the right decision.

I think that it's important that future students spend an adequate amount of time pre-planning and researching colleges and looking at practicalities, especially finances. I believe that it's extremely important for the future student to know (and feel) their parents' support. I also believe that it is important for the student to have a list of expectations for their school (so as to zero in on the best school for them) and to have a set of personal (life/long-term) objectives to use to see if the school of their choice aids in accomplishing these objectives.

Visit the campus more than once and in different seasons. Meet with professors in your interested field and you will be able to tell if it is for you.

Don't decide on a specific area of study in your freshman year. Take your time and take classes from several areas because you might discover something that you didn't like before. Get involved in clubs and social activities. Also, never buy textbooks from the bookstore, you'll almost always find them cheaper online.